Alagoinhas

Alagoinhas is a municipality and regional center in Bahia, home to approximately 151,000 residents who live and work across its territory. The city sits in northeastern Bahia at an elevation of 132 meters above sea level and covers an area of 707 square kilometers.

The municipality was founded in 1852 and developed over the decades into an important administrative center in the interior of Bahia. In 1974, it became the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Alagoinhas, which further solidified its position in the region.

The city received recognition as the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Alagoinhas in 1974, establishing its position in regional religious leadership.

The city sits 95 kilometers west of Salvador and can be reached by road from the coastal area. Travelers should note that the city operates in the UTC-3 time zone and the climate is typical of the northeastern interior.

The agricultural production focuses on cacao and coconut, two crops that shape the rural surroundings. Driving through the outskirts often reveals plantations stretching across gentle hills.

Location: Bahia

Elevation above the sea: 132 m

Shares border with: Inhambupe, Catu, Teodoro Sampaio, Araças, Aramari, Entre Rios, Pedrão

Website: http://alagoinhas.ba.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -12.13556,-38.41889

Latest update: December 13, 2025 19:46